RTF File Parsing Vulnerability in PDF-XChange Editor
CVE-2025-2231

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

PDF-xchange
Status
PDF-xchange Editor
Vendor
CVE Published:
24 March 2025

What is CVE-2025-2231?

An out-of-bounds read vulnerability exists in PDF-XChange Editor due to improper validation of RTF files. Attackers can exploit this flaw by tricking users into opening a malicious file or visiting a compromised webpage. Successful exploitation can allow for the execution of arbitrary code in the context of the current process, posing significant security risks to affected installations.

Affected Version(s)

PDF-XChange Editor 10.4.1.389

References

https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-25-129/
x_research-advisory
https://www.pdf-xchange.com/support/security-bulletins.html
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.0

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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